Senior Counsel, Franchise

Senior Franchise Counsel

This position, reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, is responsible for domestic and global franchise regulatory compliance and advising the business on franchise transactional matters and relationship issues.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

U.S. & Global Franchising:

• Prepare franchise-related agreements and other documents for the real estate franchising business, including updates to Franchise Disclosure Documents and Franchise Agreements, and conduct related due diligence.

• Counsel internal clients regarding U.S. franchise relationship laws and other laws concerning mergers and acquisitions, terminations, renewals, transfers, territorial issues, and tortious interference, and negotiate to facilitate transactions and resolve disputes in these areas.

• Review advertising and marketing materials promoting the businesses to ensure compliance with state/federal franchise advertising laws and regulations, and company brand standards.

• Advise business clients on compliance with country-specific laws (such as franchise registration/disclosure and commercial agency) impacting franchise sales, transfers, renewals, and terminations; coordinate outside counsel advice and counsel clients on other country-specific issues in the 110+ countries and territories where REMAX has a presence.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver training and documentation to employees and franchisees covering all aspects of franchising compliance.
• Audit existing master and regional agreements, disclosure documents, and review template agreements used by master franchisees.
• Provide guidance on the application of U.S. laws and regulations impacting REMAX’s Global regions, including anti-money laundering, anti-terrorism and export compliance.
• Supervise paralegal.

 

Additional Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal review of educational materials for real estate professionals affiliated with REMAX, one of the leading global real estate franchisors.
• Provide cross-support for other attorney responsibilities on an as-needed basis, as assigned by the Assistant General Counsel and the General Counsel/Chief Compliance Officer.

 

Minimum requirements:

Education:  J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

 

Experience:

10+ years of practice in a law firm, corporate legal or compliance department with primary focus in global and domestic franchising. Admission to the Colorado bar, or active admission to another state’s bar and willingness to become admitted in Colorado (Single-Client Counsel Certification under C.R.C.P. 204.1 may be considered only for attorneys from non-reciprocal jurisdictions who are ineligible for admission on motion).

 

Key Attributes:
Self-starter who exhibits initiative. Strong relationship building skills including: (1) being a business partner to assist various teams in achieving their goals while managing risk and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations; and (2) collaborating and coordinating with employees from different departments and at all levels of the company as well as outside counsel and other parties.  Ability to interact with and advise company leadership with confidence and to communicate complex legal issues in a clear and concise manner to executives and other employees. Ability to issue spot across all legal areas impacting the company.  Contributes to positive Legal Department environment and reputation.  Excellent written and verbal communication and analytical skills. Strong organizational skills. Team player attitude.

 

Salary Range:

$190,000 - $225,000

 

Actual compensation offered to candidate will be finalized at offer and may be above or below the posted range due to skill level, experience, industry specific knowledge, education/certifications, or geographic location.  This position is eligible for an annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) grant in Restricted Stock Units. All equity grants are made at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

 

The offer rate represents one component of the RE/MAX Holdings total compensation package.  Employees will also receive a number of benefits as listed below. Other compensation for this position may include bonus eligibility.

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Retirement plans with optimal company match
• Annual bonus/merit opportunity
• Educational Assistance
• Mental Health support program
• M.O.R.E. Events offered in-person and virtually
• Mentorship program
• Employee Resource Groups

 

RE/MAX, LLC

Now is your chance to become part of a world-class, industry leading organization. RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. is a business that builds businesses. We provide the tools, training, and tech to our real estate network, which includes RE/MAX and Motto Mortgage franchises, agents, brokers, and consumers. Join us and build a career where your contribution is heard, your innovative ideas are valued, and hard work and collaboration truly makes a difference. Nobody in the world sells more real estate than REMAX!*

 

RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. is proudly headquartered in Denver, Colorado.  Certain roles may be location specific, however in addition to Colorado, we welcome qualified candidates in the following states: Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, and Texas!

 

RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, as well as non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability unrelated to performing the essential task of the job or other legally protected categories. All persons shall be afforded equal employment opportunity.

 

*As measured by transactions sides

 

Application Deadline: May 14, 2025

Salary

• $190,000 - $225,000